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I was a writer.
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I was a writer.
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I wrote books.
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I write now, but nobody knows.
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Nobody can see me now.
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Something strange has happened to me.
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I will tell you about it.
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In January, I wanted to write a very long book.
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So I left my home,
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and I found a little room.
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This is a good room for a writer, I thought.
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I'll write my book here.
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It was a little room, but I liked it.
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It was very quiet.
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I began to work on my book, and I was happy.
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Then things began to happen.
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strange things.
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One day I was at my desk with my pen in my hand.
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Suddenly I thought, I want a coffee,
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and I haven't got any.
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I'll have to go to the shop.
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I put my pen on the table and went out.
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When I came back, I looked for the pen.
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It wasn't on the table.
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I looked on the floor,
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on my chair, and then on the table again.
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It wasn't there.
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I don't understand it, I thought.
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That night, another strange thing happened.
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I was in bed, and the room was very quiet.
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Suddenly, I opened my eyes.
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What was that?
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I wondered.
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Then I heard a voice.
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A man's voice.
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Who's there?
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I cried.
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There was no answer, and there was nobody in the room.
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I couldn't understand it, and I was afraid.
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What can I do?
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I thought.
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What was that?
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After that, strange things happened every day.
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But I had to finish my book, so I stayed there.
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The room was very small.
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There were not many things in it.
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Only a bed, a table, and a chair.
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And there was a mirror on the wall.
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It was a very old mirror, and I liked it.
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And then, one day, I looked in the mirror and I saw him, the other man.
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It wasn't me.
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This man had a beard, but I didn't.
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I shut my eyes and looked again.
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This time, I saw my face in the mirror.
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It didn't happen, I thought.
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I was wrong, there wasn't another man.
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I went for a walk that day,
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and I didn't work on my book.
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I didn't want to be in the room.
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I didn't want to see or hear strange things.
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At night I went home again.
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The room was very quiet.
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I looked in the mirror and saw my face. But I wasn't happy.
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I went to bed, but I couldn't sleep.
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I'll leave here tomorrow, I thought.
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And after that, I slept.
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But then another strange thing happened.
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The other man stood by my bed and spoke to me.
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You will never leave here, he said.
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You will stay with me.
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And then I opened my eyes.
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I was very cold and afraid.
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I'll leave now, I thought.
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I can't stay here for one more minute.
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Quickly, I put my things in a case.
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I wanted to go, now.
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I couldn't forget the man, so I was afraid. But afraid of what?
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I didn't know.
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When my clothes were in the case,
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I thought, I'll leave the room now.
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I looked round the room,
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and I also looked in the mirror again.
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And then I suddenly felt colder and more afraid.
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I couldn't see the other man in the mirror.
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Why?
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Because he wasn't there.
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But I couldn't see my face in the mirror.
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There was no face.
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Why not?
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I tried to shout, but no sound came.
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I had no voice.
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And then I saw him.
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I saw the other man.
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The man with the beard.
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But he wasn't in the mirror.
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He was at the table with my pen in his hand.
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He wrote my book with my pen.
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I was angry, and I tried to speak,
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but I couldn't, because I had no voice.
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The other man didn't speak.
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He smiled and wrote.
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Suddenly, there was a sound at the door,
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and I heard a friend's voice.
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Are you there? my friend called.
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I want to see you.
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I was very happy then.
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My friend will help me, I thought.
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But I couldn't move.
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The other man went to the door and opened it.
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Come in, he said to my friend.
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Come and see my room.
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I'm writing my book.
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My friend came into the room,
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but he didn't see me.
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He smiled at the other man.
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My friend said, Oh, you have a beard now?
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Again and again I tried to speak, but I couldn't.
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My friend couldn't see me.
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He couldn't hear me.
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he only saw the other man.
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That is my story.
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The other man has my room,
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and he also has my face and my voice.
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He will finish my book, too.
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but the other man doesn't know one thing i can write i can tell my story
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and i'm telling it to you

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Why practice speaking with this video?

This captivating video, titled "The Other Man", serves as an excellent tool for english speaking practice. The intriguing narrative, rich with suspense and emotion, encourages learners to engage with the text on a deeper level. By shadowing the speaker—repeating their words and intonation—you can enhance your fluency and pronunciation while immersing yourself in a compelling story. Utilizing this shadowing technique allows you to mimic the rhythm of natural speech, making it easier for you to sound more like a native speaker.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

Throughout the transcript, several key grammatical structures and expressions emerge that are invaluable for learners. Here are a few to highlight:

  • Past Tense Usage: The speaker frequently uses the past tense, such as "I wrote" and "I wanted." This tense is crucial for storytelling and sharing experiences.
  • Direct Speech: Phrases like "Who's there?" demonstrate how to effectively use direct speech. This structure adds urgency and realism to conversations, which is a practical skill for everyday communication.
  • Questions for Effect: The speaker often employs rhetorical questions, such as "What was that?" This technique engages the listener and emphasizes uncertainty, a common theme in both storytelling and real-life situations.
  • Conditionals: Expressions like "If I come back..." show how to express conditions and hypothetical situations, essential for discussing plans and possibilities.

Common Pronunciation Traps

When practicing your pronunciation with this video, pay attention to a few challenging words and phrases that can trip up learners:

  • “Strange”: This word can be mispronounced due to its soft 'g' sound. Ensure you pronounce it as /streɪndʒ/, emphasizing that end sound.
  • “Suddenly”: This word has a quick syllable transition that might confuse non-native speakers. Break it down phonetically as /ˈsʌdənli/ to improve your fluency.
  • “Mirror”: Many learners struggle with the 'rr' sound. Focus on saying /ˈmɪrər/ slowly, ensuring clarity in the consonants.

To truly improve your English pronunciation, engage with the shadowspeak method by listening, repeating, and practicing these particular terms. This will solidify your ability to communicate effectively in English.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.

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